In Parque Kennedy in Miraflores

Arriving in Lima

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October 19th 2012
I arrived in Lima at 4:15 AM. The taxi driver with the sign for the Hostel El Patio was no where to be seen. When Luis, the driver, arrived he explained to me about time in Latin countries. I have to keep this in mind to relax and enjoy the time whatever I’m doing. My room was not ready, of course, at 5:30 AM. I got to hang out and enjoy the charming hotel. When I come into the room I foun ... read more

South America » Peru » Lima » Lima

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Ancient Peru was the seat of several prominent Andean civilizations, most notably that of the Incas whose empire was captured by the Spanish conquistadors in 1533. Peruvian independence was declared in 1821, and remaining Spanish forces defeated in 1... ... read more